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GU62 WAA

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,524 mi
Last recorded101,524 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 WAA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 101,524 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 101,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 98,901 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 97,065 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 94,907 miles

Engine covers and plastic Engine covers, plastic sill covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 6-12 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55. R16 (1-2) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55. R16 (1-2) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 6-12 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 94,907 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers and plastic Engine covers, plastic sill covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 6-12 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55. R16 (1-2) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55. R16 (1-2) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4-6 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 6-12 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 92,694 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Sep 2018 91,012 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 85,574 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 77,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Wipers split

Pass 2 Sep 2015 64,469 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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GU62 WAA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU62 WAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU62 WAA registered?

GU62 WAA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 18 September 2012.

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